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| 1. Compositor Confundido - Ibrahim Ferrer |
| 2. Al Vaiven De Mi Carreta - Eliades Ochoa Y El Cuarteto Patria |
| 3. El Adios De Este Momento - Septeto Nacional De Ignacio Pinero |
| 4. Campina - Afro-Cuban Jazz Project |
| 5. Sabroso Como El Guarapo - Orquesta Sublime |
| 6. Mecanica De Amor - Mi Son |
| 7. Mami Me Gusto - Todos Estrellas |
| 8. Boliviana - Irakere |
| 9. El Reloj De Pastora - Sierra Maestra |
| 10. Patria Querida - Los Guaracheros De Oriente |
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At once spicy hot and languorously sweet, Putumayo Presents Cuba is a passionate marriage of active and passive, masculine and feminine, a contemporary festival of sound whose roots were born in defiance of onerous distraction and oppression. Based on Afro-Cuban culture, whose music comes from a combination of European and African instrumentation, the songs in this collection swing with the energetic rhythms of traditional son (also the base of salsa). Layered over the repetitive beat, guitars chime, maracas add shimmy, and trumpets take the upper accent melody, often repeating or contrasting the main vocal melody. One of the finest contributions to the disc is Mi Son's "Mecanica de Amor," in which the band substitutes the violin for the lead trumpet, making a treat of the unexpected. Irakere's funky fusion "Boliviera" comes on gangbusters with beefy bass, full horn section, and featured flute melody. Containing superb liner notes, Putumayo Presents Cuba makes a fine introduction to this island's rich sound, and a superb remedy to the blues. --Paige La Grone
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Beautiful melodies and exotic rhythms of Cuban son by legends Ibrahim Ferrer, Eliades Ochoa, Orquesta Sublime and more
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This is a great Compilation of Cuban music specially for anyone who hasn't been exposed to the distinctive sound of Cuba. It interject party salsa beat then the next track would be kinda sad and romantic with undulating drums and melancolic trumpets. Slow or fast you'll find that your hips and feet are doing some pretty strange things once you push play. Bet you never knew that you can dance around your kitchen floor before. Never mind that your spanish is a little shaky. Just read the insert if you must know the meaning of each song, but it is the melody, the salsa beat that will make carry you away. And also the art cover is beautiful to look at. In fact most Putumayo CD have these really beautiful art work, you'd want to collect them all.
By Shayla
Format:Audio CD
I had heard of Putumayo, and as a world music fan, I always wanted to get my hands on one of their collections. I finally got Putumayo Presents: Cuba at a music store in Nashville and I was hooked immediately. Every track is great, but, as a fan of the more fast-paced Latin music, I would have to say that my favorite tracks are "Compositor Confundido" (by one of my favorite Buena Vista estrellas, Ibrahim Ferrer), "Campina," "Sabroso Como el Guarapo," and "Mamí Me Gustó," & "Boliviana" (2 classics). Also worth mentioning is "Al Vaiven de mi Carreta," which demonstrates the emotional oice of Eliades Ochoa (another star of Buena Vista) and "Mecanica de Amor," which is a very great "hip-hop" style song (Hip-Hop has in recent years become very popular in Cuba, I've heard). This disc is definitely a must-have for any Cuban music or worldbeat enthusiast.
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ok, everyone here recommended Sierra Maestra's "El Reloj De Pastora", and while it's good - no doubt about it, my soul has bonded to another track.
it is track no. 6, "Mecanica de Amor", which I deeply regret Amazon not putting a sample of it on this site, just so everyone will become instantly addicted to it as I have. I am listening to it right now. Bliss.
The magic of that song is the use of violins instead of the usual brass instruments. There isn't a trumpet to be found here. as a result the sound is softer, and much richer. I can also say that all my salsero friends here in Israel agree that this is the best track on this CD. my best guy friends crowned it (I quote): "it's a masterpiece!"
other highlights: song no. 8 ("Boliviana", wonderful wonderful harmony), and song no. 5 ("Sabroso Como El Guarapo"). Both feature wonderful flute solos, especially "Boliviana", which is on the jazzier side.
Just buy the CD. Now.
it is track no. 6, "Mecanica de Amor", which I deeply regret Amazon not putting a sample of it on this site, just so everyone will become instantly addicted to it as I have. I am listening to it right now. Bliss.
The magic of that song is the use of violins instead of the usual brass instruments. There isn't a trumpet to be found here. as a result the sound is softer, and much richer. I can also say that all my salsero friends here in Israel agree that this is the best track on this CD. my best guy friends crowned it (I quote): "it's a masterpiece!"
other highlights: song no. 8 ("Boliviana", wonderful wonderful harmony), and song no. 5 ("Sabroso Como El Guarapo"). Both feature wonderful flute solos, especially "Boliviana", which is on the jazzier side.
Just buy the CD. Now.
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great to listen to
I have never Been to Cuba. Would love to go... I love Cuban music, and this cd is excellent. It is not repetitive and each song has it's own flair. Read more
Published on July 15 2001 by mitzigg04
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cook up the rice and beans!!
This CD is lots of fun. If you are new to Cuban music, Putumayo has put together a delightful overview. Read more
Published on July 21 2000 by M Sullivan
4.0 out of 5 stars
Not all great, but enough
Worth if for El Reloj de Pastora alone, too intense for words
Published on Jun 10 2000 by putin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cuban Musical Elixir
A superb collection of Cuban songs that explores the various styles with complete professionalism. Some of the BVSC stars are here, such as Ibrahim Ferrer and Eliades Ochoa. Read more
Published on Jun 8 2000 by Enrique Torres
5.0 out of 5 stars
This disc should be as famous as Buena Vista
I am always skeptical of collections, but I have to admit that Putamayo has not disappointed me with any of their CDs (I own 4 of them). Read more
Published on May 25 2000 by M. H. Bayliss
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Worth Owning!
First CD I've listened to where I didn't scan because the first five tracks were excellent!
Published on Feb 1 2000 by Jeannie Escandor Vines
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Great Find
This CD is a great find. If you like Buena Vista Social Club and Cubanismo, you'll love it. The music makes you want to get up and dance. Great from start to finish.
Published on Jan 3 2000 by K. Gordinier
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent - earthy sons at their best.
In my growing collection of Cuban music, this album is one of my favorites. Too often I come across Cuban CD's that only have the occasional good track. Read more
Published on Oct 20 1999 by Ricardo
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow! Really fun music.
I bought this album because I really like the first two artists. They perform with the Buuna Vista Social Club. What I discovered is that I like the other songs even better. Read more
Published on Oct 6 1999
5.0 out of 5 stars
This is a most remarkable piece of Afro Cuban music
This is a most remarkable piece of Afro Cuban music
Published on Sep 2 1999
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